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Etymology

Definition:

Etymology refers to the study of the origin and historical development of words, languages, and linguistic forms. It involves analyzing the historical context, roots, and derivations of words to understand their evolution over time.

Examples:

Noun - Academic Context:

The professor taught the etymology of the word "vocabulary" to the linguistics class.

Noun - Linguistic Inquiry:

Etymology can provide fascinating insights into how languages have influenced each other throughout history.

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